Jesus And The Rise Of Early Christianity A History Of New Testament Times

Author : Paul Barnett
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
ISBN 13 : 9780830826995
Total Pages : 452 pages
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Download or read book Jesus and the Rise of Early Christianity written by Paul Barnett and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2002-04-17 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paul Barnett not only places the New Testament within the world of caesars and Herods, proconsuls and Pharisees, Sadducee and revolutionaries, but argues that the mainspring and driving force of early Christian history is the historical Jesus.

Author : Paul William Barnett
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jesus & the Rise of Early Christianity written by Paul William Barnett and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Jesus & the Rise of Early Christianity is a comprehensive survey of New Testament history that will meet the needs of students and teachers of the New Testament. In its engagement with contemporary scholarship and its emphasis on the propelling role of the historical and risen Jesus in the rise of Christianity, it provides a timely rejoinder to current revisionism in the exploration of Christian origins."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Paul Barnett
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0802848907
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Finding the Historical Christ written by Paul Barnett and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2009-04-10 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paul Barnett s title Finding the Historical Christ is a calculated jab against the popular dichotomy between the Jesus of history and the Christ of faith. In this book Barnett seeks to establish that the two figures are, in fact, one and the same. / The culmination of Barnett s After Jesus trilogy, Finding the Historical Christ carefully examines the ancient sources pertaining to Jesus, including writings by historians hostile to the Christian movement (Josephus, Tacitus, Pliny), the summarized biographies of Jesus in the book of Acts, and especially the four canonical Gospels. Based on compelling historical evidence, Barnett maintains that Jesus of Nazareth regarded himself as the prophesied Christ, as did his disciples before Jesus died and rose again. This is the only way to explain the phenomenon of the early church worshiping Jesus. / There is currently something of a revival of confidence in the historical value of the Gospels. Paul Barnett s work, notable for its sober use of historical method and its many fresh observations and proposals, is an excellent contribution to that development. Richard Bauckham / University of St. Andrews / Over his illustrious career, Paul Barnett has returned repeatedly to questions about the historical Jesus, the historicity of the Gospels, and the history of earliest Christianity. Drawing together scattered strands of all of that work, elaborating them further, and adding still new ones, Barnett here mounts what may be his most impressive case yet for the accuracy of the canonical material and the messiahship of Jesus of Nazareth on historical grounds alone. Craig L. Blomberg / Denver Seminary

Author : Diego kurilo
Publisher : Sophia Lux
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 398 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Christ and his myths written by Diego kurilo and published by Sophia Lux. This book was released on with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Early Christianity had its origin in the eschatological ministry of Jesus. After his death, his initial followers banded together to form an apocalyptic messianic Jewish sect, known as Judeo- Christians, during the late Second Temple period in the 1st century. Initially, the prevailing belief was that the resurrection of Jesus marked the beginning of the end of times. However, over time, this perspective evolved into anticipating the second coming of Jesus and the beginning of the Kingdom of God at a future time. References: Fredriksen, 2018. Barnett, Paul (2002). Jesus, the Rise of Early Christianity: A History of New Testament Times. InterVarsity Press. p. 21. ISBN 0-8308-2699-8. Alister McGrath, former professor of historical theology at the University of Oxford, claims that many of the “Jewish Christians” of the first century were completely faithful religious Jews. Referencia: McGrath, Alister E. (2006). Christianity: An Introduction. Blackwell Publishing. ISBN 1-4051-0899-1. p. 174: «In effect, they [Jewish Page 1 de 389 Christ and his myths Christians] seemed to regard Christianity as an affirmation of every aspect of contemporary Judaism, with the addition of one extra belief — that Jesus was the Messiah. Unless males were circumcised, they could not be saved (Acts 15:1)». Historically, Christians of Jewish descent who adhered to the prescriptions of the Mosaic Law constituted a significant part of Christianity in the 1st century. However, due to the tumultuous historical events that affected Palestine during that period, this current experienced a considerable dispersion. Over time, this community diversified, giving rise to a series of groups with diverse theologies and beliefs. In the West, these Judaizing Christian variants became extinct during the 4th century, while in the East, their decline lasted until the 6th century. The Christian movement has its genesis in Palestine as a Jewish sect of an apocalyptic messianic type, which evolved in the Roman world from the 1st to the 4th century, in groups of Judeo-Christian Romans with a Hellenic imprint and symbology, many of the parables of the New Testament have a marked Pythagorean aesthetic. The authorship of the term "Judeo-Christianity" is attributed to a liberal Protestant biblical exegete, Ferdinand Christian Baur, founder of the Tübingen school, in an article published in 1831. Christianity in the First Century encompasses the formative history of Christianity, from the beginning of Jesus' ministry (c. 27-29 AD) to the death of the last of the Twelve Page 2 de 389 Christ and his myths Apostles (c. 100) (and therefore Therefore, it is also known as the Apostolic Age). Early Christianity spans several historical periods, each of which played a crucial role in the development of the Church. The ancient church era is generally divided into several stages, including the period of the apostolic fathers, the apologists, the early Christian martyrs, the church fathers, and the late ancient imperial church. This period extends from the early days of Christianity to the Council of Chalcedon in the year 451 and is considered an integral part of the history of the Church. In the Western Church, the early church era often extends to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. Some authors extend this period to the papacy of Gregory the Great (540-604), considered the last father of the Western Church. Gregory is also recognized in the Eastern Church. This extension marks the end of a crucial phase in the history of the Church and is characterized by the transition from antiquity to the Middle Ages. Paul of Tarsus, also known as Saul of Tarsus or Saul Paul, and venerated as Saint Paul (born in Tarsus, Cilicia, around 5-10 AD and died in Rome in the year 58-67), is recognized as the "Apostle of the Gentiles", the "Apostle to the nations" or simply "the Apostle". This influential character played a fundamental role in the founding of Christian communities and stood out as Page 3 de 389 Christ and his myths an evangelizer in important urban centers of the Roman Empire, such as Antioch, Corinth, Ephesus and Rome. In addition to his work as a preacher, Paul was the author of some of the first canonical Christian writings, including the First Epistle to the Thessalonians, considered the oldest known. His impact on early Christianity is undeniable, establishing himself as a leading figure and one of the most influential personalities in the entire history of Christianity. References:Brown (2002). Introduction to the New Testament, II, p. 557: "Along with Jesus, Paul has been the most influential character in the history of Christianity." Vidal García (2007). Pablo. From Tarsus to Rome, p. 11: "Obviously, Paul's presence in early Christianity was not that of a simple witness, but that of a qualified and, in several aspects, unique actor.” Analysis of the authentic epistles of Paul of Tarsus reveals the unique amalgamation of his Jewish roots, the profound influence of Hellenic culture, and his remarkable interaction with the Roman Empire. The letters written by Paul offer a fascinating vision of his identity, in which his Jewish heritage converges, which shaped his spiritual perspective, the rich influence of Hellenic culture that formed his thought and expressions, and his notorious connection with the Roman Empire. , to which, according to the story in the book of the Acts of the Apostles, he held citizenship. This complex combination of cultural influences and identities underscores the diversity that Page 4 de 389 Christ and his myths characterizes Pablo's life and work, highlighting his ability to adapt and communicate effectively in different contexts. His ability to resonate with both Jewish and Gentile audiences, as well as his role in spreading the Christian message in the cultural melting pot of the Mediterranean world, contribute to cementing his position as an extraordinary figure in religious and cultural history. of early Christianity. The early community of Jerusalem marked the beginning of Christian gatherings after Pentecost, developing between the 1930s and 1970s. In Christian history, early Christianity refers to the emergence of faith after the death of Jesus around the year 30 or 33. Some scholars place its conclusion with the writing of the synoptic gospels around 90 AD, while others associate it with the appearance of the apologists in the second century.

Author : Charles Freeman
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 030012581X
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A New History of Early Christianity written by Charles Freeman and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Tracing the astonishing transformation that the early Christian church underwent - from sporadic niches of Christian communities surviving in the wake of a horrific crucifixion to sanctioned alliance with the state - Charles Freeman shows how freedom of thought was curtailed by the development of the concept of faith. The imposition of 'correct belief' and an institutional framework that enforced orthodoxy were both consolidating and stifling. Uncovering the church's relationships with Judaism, Gnosticism, Greek philosophy and Greco-Roman society, Freeman offers dramatic new accounts of Paul, the resurrection, and the church fathers and emperors."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Paula Fredriksen
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 0300164106
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book From Jesus to Christ written by Paula Fredriksen and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Magisterial. . . . A learned, brilliant and enjoyable study."—Géza Vermès, Times Literary Supplement In this exciting book, Paula Fredriksen explains the variety of New Testament images of Jesus by exploring the ways that the new Christian communities interpreted his mission and message in light of the delay of the Kingdom he had preached. This edition includes an introduction reviews the most recent scholarship on Jesus and its implications for both history and theology. "Brilliant and lucidly written, full of original and fascinating insights."—Reginald H. Fuller, Journal of the American Academy of Religion "This is a first-rate work of a first-rate historian."—James D. Tabor, Journal of Religion "Fredriksen confronts her documents—principally the writings of the New Testament—as an archaeologist would an especially rich complex site. With great care she distinguishes the literary images from historical fact. As she does so, she explains the images of Jesus in terms of the strategies and purposes of the writers Paul, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John."—Thomas D’Evelyn, Christian Science Monitor

Author : Rodney Stark
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0060677015
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Rise of Christianity written by Rodney Stark and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1997-05-09 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This "fresh, blunt, and highly persuasive account of how the West was won—for Jesus" (Newsweek) is now available in paperback. Stark's provocative report challenges conventional wisdom and finds that Christianity's astounding dominance of the Western world arose from its offer of a better, more secure way of life. "Compelling reading" (Library Journal) that is sure to "generate spirited argument" (Publishers Weekly), this account of Christianity's remarkable growth within the Roman Empire is the subject of much fanfare. "Anyone who has puzzled over Christianity's rise to dominance...must read it." says Yale University's Wayne A. Meeks, for The Rise of Christianity makes a compelling case for startling conclusions. Combining his expertise in social science with historical evidence, and his insight into contemporary religion's appeal, Stark finds that early Christianity attracted the privileged rather than the poor, that most early converts were women or marginalized Jews—and ultimately "that Christianity was a success because it proved those who joined it with a more appealing, more assuring, happier, and perhaps longer life" (Andrew M. Greeley, University of Chicago).

Author : L. Michael White
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0062241974
Total Pages : 363 pages
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Download or read book From Jesus to Christianity written by L. Michael White and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-04-12 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: L. Michael White, one of the world’s foremost scholars on the origins of Christianity, provides the complete, astonishing story of how Christianity grew from the personal vision of a humble Jewish peasant living in a remote province of the Roman Empire into the largest organized religion in the world. Rather than reading the New Testament straight through in its traditional, or “canonical” order, From Jesus to Christianity takes a historical approach. Looking at the individual books chronologically, in the sequence in which they were actually written, readers can see what they divulge about the disagreements, shared values, and unifying mission of the earliest Christian communities. White digs through layers of archaeological excavations, sifts through buried fragments of largely unknown texts, and examines historical sources to discover what we can know of Jesus.

Author : James R. Edwards
Publisher : Baker Academic
ISBN 13 : 1493420216
Total Pages : 320 pages
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Download or read book From Christ to Christianity written by James R. Edwards and published by Baker Academic. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did the movement founded by Jesus transform more in the first seventy-five years after his death than it has in the two thousand years since? This book tells the story of how the Christian movement, which began as relatively informal, rural, Hebrew and Aramaic speaking, and closely anchored to the Jewish synagogue, became primarily urban, Greek speaking, and gentile by the early second century, spreading through the Greco-Roman world with a mission agenda and church organization distinct from its roots in Jewish Galilee. It also shows how the early church's witness can encourage the church today.

Author : Howard Clark Kee
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 0567027414
Total Pages : 511 pages
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Download or read book The Beginnings of Christianity written by Howard Clark Kee and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2005-11-22 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to both the theological content and the social context of the New Testament and early Christianity. >